Apple MacBook Pro Retina 13-inch, Early 2013 (ME662, ME663, ME697)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 94 reviews of Apple MacBook Pro Retina 13-inch, Early 2013 (ME662, ME663, ME697). The average rating for this product is 4.4/5, compared to an average rating of 4.1/5 for other Laptops for all reviews. Reviewers really like the screen and portability. The price and performance also get good views, whereas many are less positive about the energy efficiency.

usability, performance, price, portability, screen

energy

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Laptops the Apple MacBook Pro Retina 13-inch, Early 2013 (ME662, ME663, ME697) is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 87/100 = Very good quality.

alaTest has collected and analyzed 24 user reviews of Apple MacBook Pro Retina 13-inch, Early 2013 (ME662, ME663, ME697) from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.7/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other Laptops on Amazon.co.uk. Reviewers are impressed by the design and usability. The screen and performance also get good comments, whereas there are some critical reviews about the reliability and energy efficiency.

portability, performance, screen, usability, design

energy, reliability

100% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

MacBook Pro with Retina display review (13-inch, 2013)

Thanks to a lower price, longer battery life and lighter design, the 13-inch Retina MBP is a better deal than it was a year ago. It's so compelling, in fact, that you might even choose it over the Air.

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